Dan & Cassidy Towriss IDEA Space KC

The Space to Create

This is where the next big ideas will be born, where real-world products are created, and where students of all ages and backgrounds hone the skills they need to build a brighter future. 
In a state-of-the-art learning center, K-12 students work together to increase their comfort and confidence in STEAM fields in the Makerspace, Technology Lab, Fabrication Workshop and Incubation Hub.

IDEA Space is a community asset, and we invite your group to visit us for your next meeting, event, activity or workshop. We offer 32,000 square feet of space perfect for team building, planning and brainstorming, or creating projects using our tools and equipment.

Incubation Hub

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  • Features

    • Robotics equipment 
    • Lego robotics equipment
    • Robotics test courses
    • Arduino kits
    • Raspberry Pi kits
    • Collaborative flex space
    • Whiteboards
    • Apple TVs 

  • Functions

    • Research & Storyboarding
    • Collaboration
    • Entrepreneurship & Business Development
    • Investigation & Testing
    • Trademark & Patent Research
    • Competitions
    • Meeting space

Makerspace

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  • Functions

    • Design Thinking
    • Prototyping
    • 3D Modeling, Printing & Digital Fabrication
    • Architecture & Engineering
    • Group projects
    • Arts & Crafts

  • Tools

    • Digital Printing Cube (3D printers, large-format printer, laser cutter)
    • Fully-stocked craft cabinets with small and large consumables
    • Maker mats
    • Drying racks
    • Heat and glue guns, 
    • Leather stamping
    • Safety items (goggles, dust masks, gloves)
    • Legos
    • Apple TVs and large projection screen
    • Collaborative flex space

Technology Lab

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  • Features

    • Drone kits
    • VR headsets & controllers
    • Laptop & desktop computers
    • Gaming systems and computers
    • Apple TV, AV connection

  • Functions

    • Robotics
    • Gaming
    • Computer Coding and Software Engineering
    • Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning
    • Augmented & Virtual Reality
    • Cybersecurity & Data Analytics

Fabrication Workshop

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  • Features

    • Band saw
    • Mitre saw
    • Co2 laser cutter and engraver
    • CNC mill
    • CNC router (5x8)
    • Tabletop CNC routers 
    • Metal lathe
    • Soldering irons 
    • Circuitry

  • Functions

    • Band saw
    • Mitre saw
    • CO2 laser cutter and engraver
    • CNC mill
    • CNC router (5x8)
    • Tabletop CNC routers 
    • Metal lathe
    • Soldering irons 
    • Circuitry
    • Magnets
    • AC power supply
    • DC power supply
    • Switches
    • Outlets
    • Computer components
    • Voltage & resistance testing equipment
    • Crimpers
    • Grounding wires
    • Solder sucker
    • Digital multimeters
    • Breadboard wires
    • Motors
    • Sensors
    • Oscilloscope
    • Solar power kits
    • Calipers
    • Handhelp power tools
    • Arbor Press
    • Belt sander
    • Bench grinder
    • Orbital sander
    • Spray room
    • Vacuum former for plastic molding
    • Safety items: Safety goggles, dust masks, ear protection, safety vest, gloves

Commons

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  • Functions

    • Meetings
    • Competitions
    • Special Events
    • Receptions
    • Presentations

  • Features

    • Moveable seating for breakout sessions
    • Dais 
    • Apple TVs 
    • Large projection screen
    • AV plugins
    • Space for catering 
    • High-top and traditional tables

Additional Spaces

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Host Your Event at IDEA Space

IDEA Space is the ideal place to hold your next event. Whether you're a scout troop working on a STEAM-based badge, a company seeking team-building experiences, educators, youth groups or hobbyist clubs, we can help you host a memorable meet-up. Reserve a meeting room, work space or the entire building. 

Rooms, Amenities and Rate

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  • Entire Building

    Capacity324
    RatesMon.-Fri. after 3 p.m. $500/hour
    Sat.-Sun. hours vary

    *Not-for-profit organizations are eligible for a discounted rate.

  • Incubation Hub

    Capacity53
    AmenitiesTwo low-glare whiteboards, mobile TV carts with Apple TVs/HDMI available upon request
    RatesMon.-Fri. 8 a.m.–3 p.m. $100/hour;
    After 3 p.m. $150/hour
    Sat.-Sun. hours vary

    *Not-for-profit organizations are eligible for a discounted rate.

  • Makerspace

    Capacity45
    Amenities4 TV monitors with independent AV management, projector, dropdown screen, room-wide sound
    RatesMon.-Fri. 8 a.m.–3 p.m. $125/hour;
    After 3 p.m. $175
    Sat.-Sun. hours vary.

    *Not-for-profit organizations are eligible for a discounted rate.

  • Technology Lab

    Capacity34
    AmenitiesGaming PCs, monitor with Apple TV/HDMI, VR headsets and controllers, desks and collaborative space.
    RatesMon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-3 p.m. $125/hour;
    After 3 p.m. $175.
    Sat.-Sun hours vary.

    *Not-for-profit organizations are eligible for a discounted rate.

  • Fabrication Workshop

    Availability Coming Soon
    Contact us for information.

  • Commons

    Capacity271
    AmenitiesRaised dais, large pull-down projection screen, in-ceiling speakers, Apple TVs for simulcasting or casting independently, moveable booth and table seating, write-on erasable table tops, moveable booths, AV plug-ins, podium.
    RatesMon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-3 p.m. $125/hour;
    After 3 p.m. $175.
    Sat.-Sun hours vary.

    *Not-for-profit organizations are eligible for a discounted rate.

  • Classroom

    Capacity41
    AmenitiesLow-glare whiteboard, projection, Apple TV
    RatesMon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-3 p.m. $100/hour;
    After 3 p.m. $150.
    Sat.-Sun hours vary.

    *Not-for-profit organizations are eligible for a discounted rate.

  • Lab 120, Tinker, Brainstorm and Flex areas

    Capacity12–16
    AmenitiesProjectors, low-glare whiteboards, Apple TVs/HDMI input available upon request.
    RatesMon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-3 p.m. $50/hour;
    After 3 p.m. $100.
    Sat.-Sun hours vary.

    *Not-for-profit organizations are eligible for a discounted rate.

Contact Us

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  • Photo of Robert Wynne

    Robert Wynne 

    Director of Safety, Facility Services & Transportation
    (816) 277-0431
  • Photo of Cassie Banka

    Cassie Banka 

    Director of the Dan and Cassidy Towriss IDEA Space KC, Engineering Department Chair
    (913) 825-4220
  • Photo of Lindsey Reid-Goff

    Lindsey Reid-Goff 

    IDEA Space KC Administrative Assistant & Receptionist
    (913) 766-4332
  • Photo of William Thompson

    William Thompson 

    Safety Associate
    (913) 825-4240

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